Mithali Raj: The First Woman to Score 7,000+ Runs in ODIs
Total Runs: 7,229
Matches Played: 221
Batting Average: 50.58
Strike Rate: 66.82
Centuries: 7
Half-Centuries: 64
Highest Score: 125 vs Sri Lanka (2018)*
Debut: 26 June 1999 vs Ireland
Last ODI: 27 March 2022 vs South Africa
First Woman to Cross 7,000 Runs: Mithali Raj became the first-ever female cricketer to score over 7,000 runs in ODIs, cementing her status as a cricketing legend.
Leading Run-Scorer in Women’s ODIs: She remains the highest run-scorer in Women’s ODI history, surpassing former England captain Charlotte Edwards (5,992 runs).
Most 50+ Scores in Women’s ODIs: With 71 (7 centuries + 64 half-centuries), she has the most fifty-plus scores in the format.
Longevity & Consistency: Her 50.58 batting average is among the best in the world, showcasing her remarkable consistency over a career spanning 23 years.
Mithali Raj’s legacy in women’s cricket is unmatched, and her records continue to inspire generations of young cricketers.
